Reading Homes with Colonial Style

Welcome to Reading, Massachusetts, a charming town nestled in Middlesex County, where history and modern living harmoniously intertwine. With its picturesque landscapes and vibrant community, Reading offers an inviting atmosphere for families, professionals, and anyone seeking a peaceful yet engaging lifestyle. Just 20 miles north of Boston, this quaint town boasts excellent schools, a variety of parks, and a strong sense of community, making it an ideal place to call home.

One of the standout features of Reading is its stunning collection of Colonial-style homes. These classic residences, characterized by their symmetrical facades, gabled roofs, and elegant detailing, exude timeless charm and sophistication. Many of these homes have been lovingly maintained or thoughtfully updated to provide modern amenities while preserving their historical essence. Imagine coming home to a beautiful Colonial with rich hardwood floors, spacious living areas, and inviting front porches perfect for sipping lemonade on warm summer evenings.

The Colonial homes in Reading not only offer aesthetic appeal but also provide ample space for families to grow. With generous yards and proximity to local parks, these residences create a perfect backdrop for outdoor activities and family gatherings. The community spirit in Reading is palpable, with numerous local events, farmers' markets, and festivals that bring neighbors together.

Whether you’re drawn to the rich history, the vibrant community, or the stunning Colonial architecture, Reading, MA, promises a fulfilling lifestyle. Discover the perfect Colonial home that suits your needs and start creating lasting memories in this beautiful town. Welcome to Reading, where your dream home awaits!

Newest Reading Homes with Colonial Style

$2,250,000

6 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 73582131 MLS

There are homes that are beautifully renovated, and homes with history and soul. With an extensive 2018 gut renovation, 245 Summer Avenue offers the rare combination of both, blending timeless New England character, craftsmanship and architectural detail with the comfort and luxury of a thoughtful renovation. Designed for everyday living and entertaining, the home features generous gathering spaces, private retreats, a flexible main-level bedroom and nearly every bedroom with its own bath. Morning light fills the front office, creating an inviting place to work or begin the day. Outside, a spacious driveway and front yard provide room for bikes, hockey and play, while the private backyard offers a peaceful escape surrounded by mature landscaping and nature. Enjoy quiet mornings with coffee or relaxed evenings on the patio in remarkable privacy. Set among established homes in one of Reading’s most distinctive areas, the property feels tucked away yet remains close to schools, the town center and everyday conveniences. Sidewalks and beautiful surrounding streets encourage morning and evening walks, while nearby schools offer children a welcome sense of independence. Warm, elegant and designed to be lived in, 245 Summer Avenue pairs historic character with modern comfort, privacy and a lifestyle a new build simply cannot recreate.

245 Summer Ave, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Druann Jedrey from Listing Office: Leading Edge Real Estate.

$749,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73581939 MLS

Welcome to 11 Sweetser Ave ideally located in a desirable downtown Reading. Available for the first time in 37 years, this charming 3-bedroom, 1½-bath Colonial offers a rare opportunity to own a home in one of Reading’s most convenient locations. Enjoy being just steps from downtown Reading and the commuter rail, with Washington Park just feet away. The home features a desirable open backyard, a rare find for such a convenient downtown location, providing excellent space for outdoor enjoyment and entertaining. With its combination of location, accessibility, and outdoor space, this property offers tremendous potential for a variety of buyers. Don’t miss this special opportunity to make this long-loved Reading home your own.

11 Sweetser Ave, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Alexander Colarusso from Listing Office: Colarusso Realty.

$799,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73581452 MLS

Enjoy the best of Reading right outside your front door! Just steps from vibrant downtown, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom Colonial offers the perfect combination of classic charm, flexible living space, and move-in-ready convenience. A welcoming front porch leads inside to original hardwood floors, beautiful woodwork, and a bright, freshly painted interior. The open living, dining, and kitchen spaces flow effortlessly together, creating plenty of room to entertain, relax, work from home, or simply spread out. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, Miele dishwasher, and a custom island made for gathering. Pride of ownership shines throughout, with thoughtful updates including a new heating and cooling system that make this a home you can simply move into and enjoy. Spend less time worrying about projects and more time experiencing everything Reading has to offer—from downtown restaurants and shops to the commuter rail, parks, schools, and community events—all just moments from home.

10 Eaton St, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: The Kennedy Team from Listing Office: Classified Realty Group.

$799,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73581108 MLS

This move-in ready Colonial blends timeless architecture with thoughtfully updated interiors, offering an elevated take on classic New England living. Set along a sidewalk-lined boulevard leading toward Reading Center and approximately one mile from the commuter rail, the home welcomes you with a charming front porch, warm hardwood floors, generous ceiling height, and beautifully proportioned living spaces. The fireplaced living room flows into a stylish kitchen appointed with stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, crisp white cabinetry, subway tile, and a spacious peninsula with seating. Just beyond, a walk-in pantry with custom cabinetry provides exceptional storage, while the dining room is enhanced by custom built-ins and direct access to the deck for effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining. A sun-filled study offers flexible use as a home office, playroom, or sitting room. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom is joined by two additional bedrooms and a striking black-and-white tiled bath. Outside, the deck overlooks a level, fully fenced yard, while the garage and expansive unfinished basement add valuable storage and future potential. Sophisticated, inviting, and truly move-in ready, this is a home that combines character, comfort, and everyday functionality beautifully.

297 Woburn Street, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Ngoc Anh Goldstein from Listing Office: Leading Edge Real Estate.

$1,124,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73578005 MLS

This 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH COLONIAL is so much more! MORE SPACE, MORE ROOMS, MORE YARD. The FORMAL LIVING ROOM features a wood burning FIREPLACE and stunning HARDWOOD FLOORS. The kitchen has a LARGE CENTER ISLAND with seating that opens into a perfect DINING SPACE. Off the kitchen is the FIRST FLOOR FAMILY ROOM with VAULTED CEILINGS, a GAS FIREPLACE, a GENEROUS PANTRY and a separate entrance with a MUDROOM. The FIRST FLOOR BEDROOM has its OWN ENTRANCE off the deck and is adjacent to a HALF BATH. The backyard is PRIVATE and FENCED-IN with MATURE LANDSCAPING, a STORAGE SHED, IRRIGATION and a raised VEGETABLE/FLOWER GARDEN. The second floor has 3 LARGE BEDROOMS and a FAMILY FULL BATH. The PRIMARY SUITE has amazing space, a WALK-IN CLOSET and PRIVATE BATH. The lower level has ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES with 3 finished spaces currently being used as a HOME OFFICE, REC ROOM and PLAY AREA. Located Minutes to MAJOR HIGHWAYS, COMMUTER RAIL, DOWNTOWN, SCHOOLS, LIBRARY and ALL THE BEST READING has to offer!

36 Grove Street, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Margaret O'Sullivan from Listing Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services.

$875,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73577458 MLS

The Charles A. Damon House, Reading, MA Own a piece of Reading history: built in 1899, individually eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, and steps from everything downtown Reading has to offer. A grand staircase and elegant front hall with high ceilings set the tone at the entry. Inside, 10-foot ceilings, crown moldings, hardwood floors, and original cast iron radiators carry the home's character through the main level, with built-in cabinetry in the dining room. The updated kitchen features granite countertops and cherry cabinets. Four bedrooms and two full bathrooms are spread across roughly 1,800 square feet. Bedrooms are outfitted with ceiling fans throughout, and one of the second-floor bedrooms features a wood-burning fireplace and etched glass windows, and could easily serve as a family room. Bathrooms have tiled walls and updated finishes, including a generous second-floor bath with a jacuzzi soaking tub. Recent updates include a newly replaced boiler, new copper plumbing in the basement, a new refrigerator, and 200-amp electric service, home security system and water heater. A fieldstone basement keeps the lower level naturally cool. Outside, a covered farmer's porch and mahogany deck extend the living space on a low-maintenance 0.09-acre lot.The location is the finish: just 0.4 miles to the Reading commuter rail station, about a mile to Reading Memorial High School, and less than 1.5 miles to Joshua Eaton Elementary, Barrows Elementary, and Sawyer Nursery School, with downtown's shops and restaurants an easy walk as well. In a town where inventory moves fast, well-kept historic homes rarely sit long. A Queen Anne/Colonial Revival with a gambrel roof, hip and polygonal dormers, a three-sided bay window, Doric columns, and a modillion cornice. 61 Lowell Street is history you can move into. Available to show now.

61 Lowell St, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Mary Beth Kelley from Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay.

$719,900

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 73575390 MLS

Located in one of towns most sought after WEST SIDE neighborhoods where more expensive homes are found, this much loved home by the same family since 1946 is sure to please those who seek an opportunity where adding your sweat equity will add tremendously to the value of your new home in this amazing location. The setting is eye catching...the corner lot and beautiful yard add to the overall attractive curb appeal, where the maintenance free siding, replacement windows, solid front stairs, and a beautiful patio enhanced by privacy fencing create the scene of what's to come inside...more character and charm. As soon as you enter the vestibule, you will notice the large living room adorned with a bounty of sun-splashed windows, HW floors, a mantled fireplace, a pretty staircase, and stunning built-ins. From there, you will find one of three bedrooms, that would also serve as a superb home office, a most inviting dining room, complete with a corner hutch, and a kitchen offering an opportunity to come and make it your own...with access to the amazing patio area. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, each with a distinctive personality, and the full bath. Fresh cosmetics will go a LONG WAY here, while additional updates could go on the back burner, or on your immediate "to do" list. You can NEVER change WHERE a house is, but can change with ease WHAT it is. This canvas awaits your finishing artistic touches. Don't delay...this happens about once every 80 years!

159 Howard Street, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Rick Nazzaro from Listing Office: Colonial Manor Realty.

$999,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73574535 MLS

Discover an attractive single-family residence located on a cul-de-sac at 19 Shady Hill Ln, Reading, MA, built in 1959, offering 2520 square feet of living space. This great condition property presents an exceptional opportunity to embrace a vibrant lifestyle in a desirable location. The heart of the home, the kitchen, is designed for both culinary exploration and effortless entertaining. It features a G-shaped layout, providing ample counter space, complemented by a convenient peninsula for casual dining or gathering. Stainless steel appliances elevate the aesthetic and functionality of this inviting space. Step into the living room, where a classic fireplace creates a focal point for relaxation and intimate conversations. This inviting space is perfect for unwinding after a long day or hosting cherished moments with loved ones. One of the bathrooms offers a double vanity, providing individual space and convenience, alongside a walk-in shower for a refreshing experience. This well-appointed space combines comfort with practical design. With four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, along with an additional half bathroom, this home provides ample accommodation. The property also includes a built-in one-car garage for convenience and a welcoming porch, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. This property offers a harmonious blend of classic charm and modern functionality, inviting you to experience the best of Reading living. The large master bedroom has potential to be divided for a 5th bedroom.

19 Shady Hill Ln, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Marie Gianquitto from Listing Office: Pond View Realty.

$959,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73573226 MLS

Fantastic opportunity in this classic 4 bedroom home close to Wood End school, playground, Dandi's Ice cream, and MILES of town trails to explore! You'll love coming home to this well maintained and light filled New England colonial on nearly half an acre. Lots of possibilities await your family to expand or add an ADU in one of Reading's most desirable, low traffic neighborhoods. Lots of updates including newer roof and heating, windows, freshly painted bedrooms - updated kitchen cabinets with tile backsplash. Solid hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors plus a beautiful brick wood burning fireplace in the living room. Watch the leaves turn gorgeous colors and host your own tailgate party from the large three season room. This home has TWO full spacious baths including a first floor shower. The second level includes 4 generously sized bedrooms and easy attic access for additional storage. The lower level family room is a clean slate for the kids or the sports fan. Newly installed professional landscaping adds to the charm now and for many years to come! Reading is known for high performing schools and easy commuter access to Boston (bus and commuter rail), the White Mountains, and the beaches of the North Shore. First time available in over 50 years in a prime neighborhood surrounded by larger homes. Don't let this opportunity pass you by - schedule your private appointment today!

32 Dividence Rd, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Karen Herrick from Listing Office: RE/MAX Encore.

$1,499,999

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 73569944 MLS

Welcome to this stunning new construction home, privately set on a quiet cul-de-sac. Thoughtfully designed with open-concept living and modern finishes throughout, the first floor offers the perfect layout for everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully appointed kitchen features high-end Bosch appliances and is complemented by an exceptionally spacious walk-in pantry, providing ample storage for all your kitchen and household essentials. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with a walkout deck overlooking a private, fenced-in backyard. An attached two-car garage adds everyday convenience and additional storage.The second level features four bedrooms, including a beautiful primary suite with a spa-like ensuite bathroom, along with three additional bedrooms, and a laundry room. Set back in a private setting while remaining just moments from downtown Reading, local shops, schools, and public transportation, this exceptional home offers the perfect combination of privacy, comfort, and convenience.

44 Grandview Road, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Shawna Buettner from Listing Office: Lyv Realty.

$589,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73563626 MLS

Welcome to this charming Reading home offering the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience! Set back from Main Street, this move-in-ready home is a fantastic condo alternative with a private backyard, two-car garage with loft storage, and bright indoor spaces. The living room features a fireplace, crown molding, and recessed lighting. The fully applianced kitchen offers a generous dining area, butcher block counter tops and breakfast bar. Both bedrooms feature hardwood flooring, with the main bedroom boasting a walk-in closet. A three-season porch adds valuable extra living space. Enjoy summer days in the above-ground pool with a new 2026 liner and pump, composite deck, fire pit, and outdoor movie screen. Additional highlights include a full basement, convenient mudroom, Burnham heating system, newer hot water tank (2020), and energy-saving insulation added following a 2023 Mass Save audit. Ideally located near Route 95, downtown Reading and Wakefield, restaurants, shopping, and commuter rail to Boston. A wonderful opportunity under $600,000!

147 Main Street, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Ali Ludwig from Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack.

$919,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73562689 MLS

Renovated, filled with natural light, and set on nearly half an acre, 144 Salem Street is ready for someone to simply move in and enjoy it. Thoughtfully renovated in 2021, this four bedroom home offers over 2,000 square feet of living space with hardwood floors throughout, central AC, newer major systems, and a layout that feels comfortable and connected from the moment you walk in. The updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances flows naturally into the living and dining spaces, creating a home that works just as well for everyday life as it does for hosting family and friends. At the back of the home, the vaulted sunroom is a standout, surrounded by windows that bring in an abundance of natural light and offering direct access to the deck and backyard. It is an easy extension of the living space and one of those rooms you can imagine enjoying in every season. Outside, the .42 acre lot offers something increasingly hard to find: space that feels both private and usable. The home sits well back from the street with a long driveway and plenty of off street parking, while the backyard is framed by mature trees and features an expansive lawn, new over-sized back deck, and custom paver patio. There is plenty of room for outdoor dining, entertaining, gardening, or simply having a backyard with space to spread out. Upstairs, four bedrooms provide flexibility for how you live today and how your needs may change over time, with options for guest space or a dedicated home office. Enjoy all of this as well as close proximity to downtown Reading, the commuter rail, local restaurants and shops are just minutes away, with convenient access to Routes 93 and 95. For buyers looking for a turnkey home without giving up space, outdoor living, or proximity to town, 144 Salem Street brings those pieces together in a way that is well worth seeing in person.

144 Salem Street, Reading

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Erica HoJo from Listing Office: Fiv Realty Co..

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